VW Arteon, Mercedes X-Class bakkie... check out some of the coolest cars, bakkies and SUVs launched in SA

From Volkswagen's premium Arteon sedan to the Mercedes-Benz X-Class bakkie, take a look some of the new cars, bakkies and SUVs that were launched locally during May 2018.

In the comapct hatchback segment, Hyundai released its refreshed i20 while Renault launched its hottest Clio yet - the RS 18 F1 edition.

Major launches for German automakers

Mercedes Benz adds AMG power to its GLC, GLC Coupe while its X-Class bakkie was definitely the star of its line-up in Mayr.

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Volkswagen's new Arteon sedan replaces its outgoing CC as the automaker's new premium sedan.

Need a new SUV? Opel expands its local range with the release of the Grandland X.

Check out some of the new models released in May:

1. Volkswagen Arteon

2. Ford Fiesta

3. Volvo XC60

4. Mercedes-Benz X-Class

5. Mercedes Benz GLC AMG

6. Renault Clio RS 18

7. Hyundai i20

8. Isuzu MU-X

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9. Opel Grandland X

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